An all-way stop will be installed to improve safety at a Lenoir County crossroads.
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LCC Foundation in partnership with Elysian Players Presents Love Bites Feb. 24 and 25
Lenoir Community College Foundation in partnership with Elysian Players presents Love Bites, an evening of ANTI-romance at 7 p.m. Feb. 24 and 25 in the Briley Auditorium on the Turner Stage at LCC.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Rep. Humphrey announces Golden Leaf Foundation Funds awarded to Eastern NC
The Golden LEAF Board of Directors voted to award funds for the following projects in the Lenoir, Jones, and Greene County areas:
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal
North Carolina's December County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 96 of North Carolina’s counties in December and increased in four.
KPD and SBI locate wanted fugitive out of Greensboro
On February 3, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department's VCAT unit and the NC SBI, tracked and located a wanted fugitive out of Greensboro, NC.
Press conference at City Hall for the new Chief of Police.
After completing a national recruitment and an extensive interview process, the City of Kinston has a new Police Chief. Interim Police Chief Keith Goyette has been promoted to the permanent position.
KPD provides case update on January shooting
On Thursday, February 2nd, 2023, warrants were obtained for Shy’qim Hooker, 22, of Kinston for his involvement in Saturday’s shooting incident. Hooker was arrested on Friday, February 3rd, 2023, without incident and charged with Discharging a Firearm into an Occupied Dwelling and Attempted Murder. He has been placed in the Lenoir County Jail under a secured bond.
Greene County Schools January Employee of the Month
On Monday, January 30, Mrs. Sarah Gray was awarded Greene County’s Outstanding Employee. She serves as the Literacy Coach for Greene County Middle School and Greene Central High School, as well as leads the English department at Greene Central.
West Donates $20,000 to North Lenoir Fire & Rescue
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (NYSE: WST), a global leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, recently presented a check for $20,000 to North Lenoir Fire & Rescue in Kinston, NC in honor and support of their service to the community.
Early College senior a finalist for A&T’s merit scholarships
K’la Green has had her heart set on going to North Carolina A&T University since she was an eighth grader. Now, her achievements at Lenoir County Early College High School could get her to A&T on a full scholarship.
Keith Goyette named Kinston's Chief of Police
After completing a national recruitment and an extensive interview process, the City of Kinston has a new Police Chief. Interim Police Chief Keith Goyette has been promoted to the permanent position.
Drug trafficking investigation leads to arrest
On Thursday, February 2nd, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department’s Violent Criminal Action Team (VCAT) and Narcotics Detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office concluded a three month drug trafficking investigation.
Online rumors put to rest over Texas Rangers recent press release
A flurry of social media posts in response to a Texas Rangers press release has local people questioning the security of Wood Ducks baseball in Kinston. Established in 2017, and currently in a 12 year contact with the City of Kinston to play at Grainger Stadium, the Wood Ducks are a focal point of tourism and entertainment.
NWS: 10-20% chance of wintry weather Friday
NWS: 10-20% chance of wintry weather on Friday
Civil Rights marker commemorates "Sit-In" at Standard Drug Store #2
On Saturday, February 4th, the African American Heritage Commission of Kinston-Lenoir County will unveil a Civil Rights Trail Marker at 1PM. AAHC Chairman, Sammy C. Aiken says, “ our community recognizes the bravery and determination of the young Kinston citizens in their fight for our equal rights.”
South Lenoir senior a state choice for Presidential Scholars program
Of the thousands of seniors expected to graduate from North Carolina high schools this year, David Phillippe is in a class of his own – one of 19 graduating seniors in the state chosen as a candidate for the 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Meet the winners of the 112th Annual Awards Banquet
The Kinston-Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce honored business and community leaders as they hosted the 112th Annual Awards Banquet at the Kinston Country Club, Tuesday, January 31st.